National park Paklenica
45 min
Distance from the property
NATIONAL PARK PAKLENICA
Due to its unique natural basis, exceptional geomorphological forms and magnificent forests, the area of Velika and Mala Paklenica was already in 1949. declared a national park. The main reason for declaring this area a national park was the protection of the most preserved and largest forest complex in Dalmatia.
Paklenica National Park covers an area of 95 km², on the slopes of southern Velebit, and its highest peaks are located there – Vaganski vrh (1757 m/asl) and Sveto brdo (1753 m/asl). It encompasses the area of torrential streams of Velika and Mala Paklenica, i.e. their recognizable canyons carved vertically into the southern slopes of Velebit, and the wider surrounding area. The park is an excellent training ground for all lovers of climbing sports.
